Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Fouche & Co Recruitment

Job Ref:

DBN000471/JC

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

40 000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Morningside - Take the lead in financial governance within a growing logistics and supply chain environment. We are seeking a Financial Accountant who will apply their expertise in reporting, costing, and tax compliance to deliver accurate financial insights.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a market leader in the supply chain and logistics sector, with operations spanning warehousing, transportation, and chemical distribution.
The organization is expanding, with a strong focus on financial governance, robust reporting, and process-driven leadership.

As the Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for full financial reporting, consolidations, costing, and tax compliance, while driving system integration and process improvements.

This role requires a hands-on finance professional who can partner closely with operational teams and provide accurate financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Oversee general ledger and ensure timely month-end closures
Perform detailed costing and variance analysis across operations
Compile management reports and consolidated financial packs
Drive budgeting and forecasting processes
Support and coordinate audit processes
Ensure compliance with South African tax legislation (VAT and corporate tax)
Work cross-functionally to integrate systems and streamline processes
Oversee inventory management, audits, and controls
Monitor and implement internal controls
Develop and manage cash flow systems

Key Attributes

Self-starter with a proactive and mature approach
Confident and able to operate independently
Strong attention to detail with a focus on reporting accuracy
Comfortable engaging with operational teams in a logistics environment
Process-driven and solutions-oriented mindset

Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a mid-level accounting role
BCom Degree in Accounting/Finance (CIMA, AGA, SAIPA or CA advantageous but not essential)
Strong financial reporting, consolidations, and costing expertise
Budgeting, forecasting, and tax compliance experience
Advanced Excel proficiency; Sage Evolution
Exposure to logistics, supply chain, or chemical distribution industries is beneficial
Domestic Travel between Durban & Johannesburg will be required

Remuneration
R40 000 – R50 000 monthly

**Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted**

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